The Philippine real estate market is entering 2026 with mixed but promising momentum, shaped by urbanisation, infrastructure investment and evolving demand across residential, office and industrial sectors. The market was valued at roughly USD 94.4 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow steadily through the decade, with a compound annual growth rate of about 4.1 % from 2026 to…
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
Cavite is solidifying its position as one of the Philippines’ most dynamic property markets, driven by a strong local economy anchored in manufacturing, outsourcing and leisure industries.
Improved road connectivity across South Luzon has transformed Cavite from a suburban extension of Metro Manila into a vibrant urban center and major satellite city, attracting national developers…
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
The Philippine real estate market remained resilient in Q3 2025, showing signs of sustained demand across both commercial and residential segments despite broader global uncertainties.
Metro Manila’s prime office vacancy rate dropped to 8.5% from 9.2% in the previous quarter, while newly launched office space saw…
written by EMMANUEL ANDREW VENTURINA, Head of IQI Philippines
The Philippines government's new 99-year land lease policy under President Ferdinand Marcos marks a strategic shift aimed at boosting foreign investment. Historically, foreigners were restricted from owning land and could only lease it for limited durations. This new long-term lease policy offers foreign investors near-ownership security,…
The Philippine housing market remains resilient in 2025, with the Residential Real Estate Price Index rising 7.6 per cent in Q1. Condominiums led growth at 10.6 per cent, especially in Metro Manila where prices climbed nearly 14 per cent. Detached homes rose more modestly at 4.5 per cent.
The office sector is equally vibrant, with…
In the second half of 2025, the Philippine real estate market is showing renewed momentum, spurred by infrastructure developments, hybrid work preferences, and the growing influence of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as property investors. Metro Manila remains pivotal, but provincial cities like Cebu, Davao, and Iloilo are becoming vibrant growth centers, driven by the government's…
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
Beyond the Metro: Clark and Nuvali Lead the Shift in Philippine Homebuyer Trends
The Philippine real estate landscape is experiencing a significant shift as homebuyers increasingly look beyond Metro Manila for house and lot investments. Driven by the rise of remote work, affordability, infrastructure expansion, and…
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Country Head of Philippines
PHILIPPINE REAL ESTATE MARKET DEMONSTRATES RESILIENCE AMID GLOBAL
MANILA, Philippines — Despite global economic uncertainties, the Philippine real estate market continues to exhibit remarkable resilience in 2025. Driven by robust domestic demand, strategic infrastructure developments, and adaptive industry practices, the sector remains a pivotal component of…
This article is contributed by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Country Head of IQI Philippines
Developers Collectively Addressing the Condo Oversupply
In the last quarter of 2024, Metro Manila face a significant oversupply of condominiums due to a frenzy of developments that have been impacted by pandemic and low take up. As demand fluctuates, real estate developers…
Written by, Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
Rockwell Land Corporation, a distinguished name in the Philippine real estate sector, proudly introduces Aruga Resort by Rockwell, a luxurious retreat set amidst the pristine landscapes of Mactan, Cebu. This new project stands out for its unparalleled investment potential making it a prime opportunity…
